ACA President reveals majority of fighters test positive for banned substances

ACA President Magomed Bibulatov candidly discussed the promotion's drug testing challenges in an interview. He stated that more fighters test positive for banned substances than are clean, and that fighters accepting bouts on short notice are typically the cleanest because they "don't have time to use anything." Bibulatov explained that ACA implemented drug testing and gave fighters six months to clear their systems while permitting some therapeutic substances. The promotion has data on all fighters and their substance use patterns. However, he acknowledged that continuing comprehensive testing is expensive and suggested Russian promotions should collaborate on anti-doping efforts, though he doubts this will happen. The organization is still deciding how to penalize violators, with Bibulatov initially considering one-year suspensions.